February 27, 2015

What:The Seed Market is a vegan food festival that aims to bring together the
best local plant-based and cruelty-free businesses. New Yorkers will be
able to freely access the indoor market and discover, taste, shop and
learn more about the plant-based movement.When: Saturday, February 28th, 2015 | 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Where: The Altman Building: 135 West 18th Street, Manhattan

Through its intimate and thrilling
depictions of the lives of Madison Avenue advertising executives, Mad Men, the award-winning television
series, has exerted an influence on fashion, design and pop culture. Celebrate
the groundbreaking show's final seven episodes with a slew of citywide events,
including museum exhibitions, screenings and panel discussions with the cast
and creator, and tune in to AMC on April 5 to watch the premiere.

March
2–April 5The Mad Men Book
List
In early March, the New York Public Library will be unveiling its Mad Men Book List—a tribute to the
series that features a collection of 25 books that were read by the show's
characters. Nineteen branches—located in Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten
Island—will be offering physical and e-book copies of the titles.

March
14–June 14Matthew Weiner's
Mad Men at the Museum of the Moving Image
Immerse yourself in the world of Mad Men
with this in-depth exhibition of the show’s costumes, props, set—and even the
personal research materials used by show creator Matthew Weiner to create
beloved characters like Don Draper and Peggy Olsen. This is the largest
exhibition of Mad Men memorabilia
ever mounted, and it will include an evening of conversation with Weiner
himself on March 20.

March
21Lincoln Center Mad Men
RetrospectiveMad Men creator Matthew Weiner and
actors Jon Hamm, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery and Vincent
Kartheiser will all be in attendance for this special event from the Film
Society at Lincoln Center. Join the all-star group at Alice Tully Hall, where
they will be discussing the show and some of their favorite scenes. The FSLC
will also host a two-day marathon of Mad
Men episodes chosen by Weiner himself.

March
29Matthew Weiner in Conversation
In conjunction with its upcoming exhibition Designing
Home: Jews and Midcentury Modernism, which opens on March 31, the Museum of
Jewish Heritage will be hosting a public program featuring Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner. At this special event, Weiner will
speak at the museum about the evolution of Jewish identity on his hit show.

April
22–23The Movies of Mad Men
Dedicated fans of Mad Men will enjoy
this two-day event, during which the Brooklyn Academy of Music will be showing
a series of movies that the characters on the show either watched or discussed
themselves, followed by conversations with a surprise cast member and Matthew
Weiner. Depending how obsessed you are with the show, you may be able to guess
what will be featured.

May
20Live from the NYPL with Matthew Weiner
Will your world be empty after the credits roll on the final episode of Mad Men? Fill the void in your heart by
watching series creator Matthew Weiner take the stage at Live from the NYPL
several days after the finale, to discuss the show’s themes, characters and
complete history.

February 26, 2015

What: Happening in New York City, RED Power Conversations will bring people together for an evening of cocktails and conversations around the AIDS epidemic. Attendees
will have the opportunity to hear from a passionate panel of activists,
advocates and experts who will discuss HIV, stigma and other issues
surrounding the epidemic. Moderator: Charreah K. Jackson (@Charreah), ESSENCE Lifestyle & Relationships Editor.Schedule* 6pm - Cocktail hour (Get in the door, grab a drink, take pics, meet people!)* 7pm - Panel conversation (Listen, learn and engage!)* 8pm - Networking (Meet people in the room, give panelists props, and show off your red shoes).When: Tuesday, March 10th, 2015 from 6-9pmWhere: The Time and Life Building, 8th floor - 1271 Avenue of the Americas RSVP

February 25, 2015

What: Nothing is cheap in SoHo these days, so you can't imagine how excited we
were to hear that every Wednesday you can enjoy an hour of free hot
dogs at the awesome Spring Lounge. All you need to do is show up, and perhaps tip.When: Wednesday, February 25th, 2015 | 5:00PM - 6:00PMWhere: Spring Lounge: 48 Spring St

What: Techies, hipsters, innovators and
superstars, are you looking for love? In need of inspiration? Do you
want to connect with like-minded visionaries? Before heading to SXSW, let's meet in New York City and celebrate tech, love and art together!
Join friends of dating app founder, Lori Cheek and creatrix Andrea Cook as we mingle and make awesome happen. Happy hour drinks are available with prices starting at $5. Get the newly launched Cheekd app. Enjoy the tech-inspired visual stories behind the new #TechLoveArt series of artwork.When: Monday, March 2nd, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Where:Solas: 232 E 9th St New York,
NYFREE TIX

February 19, 2015

What: Look up to experience the soaring beauty of orchids! The Orchid Show: Chandeliers
exhibit in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory at The New York Botanical
Garden will delight nature lovers and enchant guests of all ages who
love the beauty of nature. Step out of the bustling city and walk
directly under an aerial display unlike any other. Explore an expanded
showcase of the orchid in all its myriad forms -- with the added
elegance of hanging designs. You can even coordinate your visit with the
complementary performances and activities, like dance, poetry and
hands-on orchid care demonstrations, going on in the garden.
When: Feb. 28th - Mar. 19th, 2015Where:The New York Botanical Garden: 2900 Southern BlvdBronx, NY10458Discount Tickets

February 18, 2015

What: March with the Greater Flushing Chamber of Commerce!
Meet at our office (39-01 Main Street, Suite 511) between 9:30 and
10:30AM for some hot coffee and donuts ... we'll head off to the parade
site together. Budget enough time to get into downtown Flushing (it will be difficult to drive after 9AM as streets will be blocked). The parade (itself) lasts about an hour; dress warmly and in layers;
bring signs and banners representing your group. There are indoor
cultural performances after the parade and tons of amazing food
everywhere.When: February 21st, 2015
Where:Queens Crossing: 136-17 39th Ave. (bet. Main and 138th Sts.) Queens, NY 11354

February 17, 2015

What: Celebrate this popular Chinese holiday with costumed folk dances,
authentic music, and Lion Dance, presented by the New York Chinese
Cultural Center. Youth will learn traditional techniques of paper
cutting and calligraphy with hands-on art activities at 2:00pm, before
the performances begin at 3:00pm.When: Saturday, February 21st, 2:00pm to 4:00pmWhere:The Bronx Museum of the Arts: 1040 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10456FREE

What: Founded in 2012, Japan Week is a promotional event aimed at
encouraging travel to Japan. It is a cooperative effort between the Japan
Tourism Agency, Japan National Tourism Organization, and diverse businesses in
both New York City and Japan.

Japan Week provides the discerning traveler
information on destinations across Japan, the chance to speak with tourism
experts to help plan your odyssey, exclusive offers from Japanese travel
agencies, and even a chance to win a flight from New York City to Japan!

Highlights from this year's Japan Week include the new
Hokuriku Shinkansen bullet train, a "depachika" food emporium with
delectable sweets from regions all over Japan, and an extravagant wedding
kimono—the centerpiece of a luxury Japanese wedding.

February 16, 2015

What: Join Eventsy, Savile Row Society, and Ivy Oasis for whiskey, cocktails and men’s styling tips from Savile Row Society. SRS stylists will present the latest in men’s fashion from its more
than 75 brand offerings and demonstrate how their stylists work with
actual clients to achieve their personal styles. Both men and women are
welcome!Business casual – Dress to Impress our photographers will be taking your picture!When: Tuesday, February 17th | 8:00pm to 11:00pmWhere: Beekman Bar & Books – 889 1st AvenueCost: FREE RSVP (bring a friend who could use a wardrobe update!)21+

What: Let the Good Times Roll with artisanal spirits, a gumbo
cook-off, craft beer, live burlesque and live music for four hours of all
you can eat and drink entertainment. ALL YOU CAN EAT AND DRINK ALL NIGHT LONG! Key features include (subject to change):

10+ spirits vendors curated by Modern Distillery Age

A full evening of entertainment curated by Roots Rocker/Americana artist George Kilby, Jr.

What: Restaurants all up and down
Grand Street, in Williamsburg, will be offering 2-course lunches from $8-$10 and 3-course
dinners ranging from $18-$30.When:February 16 to February 22Where:Grand Street, Brooklyn

What: More than half a million spectators are expected to line the
streets for the pan-Asian parade, which includes Chinese, Korean, Japanese,
Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Malaysian and even Hispanic floats and cultural
performances. Arrive early—by noon at the latest—if you want to snag a good
spot. It's a very festive and very loud affair that's way too crowded for
strollers, so it's probably a bit much for the preschool set. After you've seen
your fill, head to Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Canal and Forsyth Streets for an
outdoor cultural festival.

When: Sunday, February 22nd, 2015 at 1:00pm Where:Begins at Canal Street & Mott Street, to Chatham Square at East
Broadway, down East Broadway under the Manhattan Bridge, proceeding down
Eldridge Street to Grand Street at Forsyth Street, ending at Sara D
Roosevelt Park.FREE

February 7, 2015

What: Paper Bots is made up of 20 ultra-cool robot designs that can turn anyone on!
Each bot is pre-cut and scored so you can simply punch them out and fold
them up with easy-to-follow instructions right on the page. You’ll
instantly feel teleported to a bold new futurescape with these fun 3-D
objects. Paper shuffling? A thing of the past—these bots will happily
perform your dull, repetitive tasks on command. Paper Bots cleverly
combine paper crafting with advanced paper engineering so no glue, tape,
or tools are ever needed! Paper Bots make great drones for ages 7 to
101…and they may actually serve humankind after all—lets just hope its
not on a plate. Dima will be signing copies and helping all of us to build these funny little paper friends!When:Saturday, February 7th from 4 - 6 pm Where: 235 South 1st St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

February 5, 2015

What: Kids Week is
six days of fun-filled activities, hands-on workshops, live shows and much
more, all exploring FLIGHT. From the science of aviation to sustaining life in
outer space, every day offers unique opportunities for discovery. Kids
can learn how to grow food in space, create their own telescopes and master the
physics of flight while making a perfect paper airplane. Families can learn
about the stars in our pop-up planetarium, watch exciting science
demonstrations or brace for a breathtaking display with live birds of prey.
Each day features special guests and award-winning children’s book authors.
Kids Week activities, including planetarium presentations and special Tour
Guide Talks, are free with general admission. Regular Museum activities
such as Guided Tours and simulator rides require an additional fee.When: Monday,
February 16th -Saturday, February 21st

Cost: Activities are free with admission: In advance: $22 for
adults, $17 for children ages 7-17 and $10 for ages 3-6; at the door: $2 more
per person but present this coupon at the box office to get two-for-one
admission!

What: Held at five Manhattan venues, this annual fest features
kids' flicks from around the globe. Screenings often sell out quickly so check the schedule and buy tickets
right away. There are always options for all ages, including shorts
programs, and many foreign films are dubbed. There are often pre or post-show Q&As with the
filmmakers and other special events, and everyone gets voting ballots to help
select the festival winners.

February 3, 2015

What: New York based koto / shamisen player and singer Yoko
Reikano Kimura and cellist Hikaru Tamaki create a singular fusion sound,
inspired by tradition but with a contemporary sensibility. Duo Yumeno’s
repertoire includes a dynamic range of compositions – both traditional and
contemporary - all of which explore the dialogue between classical Japanese and
western music.

What: First
the first time, BAM is partnering with other movie fests like TIFF Kids
International and Animation
Block Party to showcase more than 70 exceptional shorts (and two features)
from around the world, including the Oscar-nominated Dam Keeper. Screenings are
organized by age and there will also be fun hands-on activities in the BAMcafe
upstairs, like animation workshops, magic shows, face painting and balloon
twisting.When: Saturday,
February 7th-Sunday, February 8thWhere: Brooklyn Academy of Music: 30 Lafayette Avenue Peter J Sharp
Building | BAM Rose Cinemas, Brooklyn NYCost: $14 for adults, $10 for children under age 13 per screening

February 2, 2015

What: Dawn, Dave and the whole crew at One Girl Cookies are celebrating the bakery’s third anniversary in the neighborhood
in February. To mark the occasion, One Girl Cookies invites you to enjoy FREE
WHOOPIE PIES. Sweet!When: Monday,
February 2nd, 2015 | 12-3pmWhere:One Girl Cookies: 33 Main St (corner of Water) Brooklyn NY 11201

What: Join
more than 60 exhibitors from around the globe as they pour tastings of their
finest coffees and teas and introduce you to new and award-winning products –
the 2015 lineup will surpass all years past and include more coffee, as
requested! This international extravaganza celebrating all things coffee and
tea will offer two days of programs from well-known industry pros and pioneers,
pairings, tastings, and more! The 28,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall will also feature
some of the most delectable sweet and savory foods to compliment the
spectacular collection of coffees and teas. This year, gift bags will be available to VIP ticketholders
only. Get a VIP ticket to secure your guaranteed bag.